Misunderstood gene thwarts tumors
A long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) called NBR2, once considered to be a “junk” gene, may very well play a significant role in tumor development, according to study findings published in the April issue of Nature Cell Biology.
“The NBR2 gene was originally identified as a gene that 'sits' right next to the breast cancer associated gene BRCA1 — perhaps the most well-known cancer gene to the general public,” said Boyi Gan, Ph.D., assistant...
Eating habits may lead to lung cancer
Consuming a diet with a high glycemic index, a classification of how rapidly carbohydrates elevate blood sugar levels, was independently associated...
Colon polyp surgery not always necessary
Using the latest advances in endoscopic resection techniques, more than 75 percent of patients with complex colon polyps could avoid surgery...
Searching for those at high risk for pancreatic cancer
A new clinic to identify and monitor those at high risk for developing pancreatic cancer continues to expand after opening last year.
The clinic’s goal is to find ways to detect the disease early, when a cure may be possible, says its director, Florencia McAllister, M.D., assistant professor of Clinical Cancer Prevention.
“Due to the location of the pancreas, early tumors can’t be seen or felt by health care providers during...
MD Anderson experts named to National Cancer Moonshot advisory panel
Two cancer experts at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have been named to a blue ribbon panel to advise the National Cancer...
A new staging system for breast cancer
A new breast cancer staging system developed by researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center finds that incorporating tumor biology is a critical...
Implantable devices track cardiac events in cancer patients
Cancer survivors are more likely to die from heart disease than cancer; therefore, patients must be closely monitored for heart problems during...
MD Anderson experts join new Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy
Cancer immunotherapy leaders at MD Anderson Cancer Center will work with experts at five other cancer centers in a new alliance funded by...